The identity of the artist who sculpted Anteros remained a mystery in France for 80 years
Every day, visitors to the D-Day beaches in Normandy pass by a winged sculpture of the Greek good of love, perched on a plinth in the middle of roundabout just a few miles south of where British troops landed in 1944. This seemingly ordinary landmark hides a fascinating history that winds all the way back to Liverpool.
The life-sized "Anteros" statue in Tierceville was built by British "sapper" Frank Wedgwood Bryson, who was stationed in the commune. Hailing from Liverpool, Bryson hoped to become a professional artist, and attended the Liverpool School of Art before studying at the Royal Academy of Arts schools in London. He joined the 179th Special Field Company Royal Engineers in 1940, and served in the camouflage department (R Force).
Every day, visitors to the D-Day beaches in Normandy pass by a winged sculpture of the Greek good of love, perched on a plinth in the middle of roundabout just a few miles south of where British troops landed in 1944. This seemingly ordinary landmark hides a fascinating history that winds all the way back to Liverpool.
The life-sized "Anteros" statue in Tierceville was built by British "sapper" Frank Wedgwood Bryson, who was stationed in the commune. Hailing from Liverpool, Bryson hoped to become a professional artist, and attended the Liverpool School of Art before studying at the Royal Academy of Arts schools in London. He joined the 179th Special Field Company Royal Engineers in 1940, and served in the camouflage department (R Force).
